The winger is widely expected to leave Bilbao this summer, and Europe’s elite have taken notice. Chelsea and Arsenal have been linked from the Premier League, while Bayern Munich reportedly held talks with Williams’ entourage after losing Leroy Sané to Galatasaray.

It’s going to be a long summer,” warn FC Barcelona executives, as internal debates over the potential signing of 22-year-old Nico Williams intensify.  The

Nico Williams’ transfer saga continues to twist and turn, with the emergence of Barcelona a major development in the race to sign the Spain winger – but Fabrizio Romano says don’t rule out Arsenal yet.

Athletic Club have reportedly told Barcelona to pay Nico Williams' release clause if they want to sign the winger. The 22-year-old has come up through the ranks at San Mames.

While Barcelona reaffirmed their interest, they made it clear they will only pursue a move for Williams if the finances are right. He has a release clause of €62 million ($71.6 million) but will also have to drop his wage demands to seal a move to Catalonia.

Barcelona are reportedly advancing on a deal for Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams, with the Spain international said to be 'one step away' from joining the Catalan giants. There is once again huge speculation surrounding the attacker's future, with Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Arsenal among the clubs said to be keen on his signature this summer.

Nico Williams keeps on making headlines with the Catalan press really talking up a Barcelona move for the Spain star since it was revealed his agent met with Deco. The latest update comes from Diario Sport and a claim that Williams has already sent out a very clear message to the Barcelona dressing room.

Nico Williams has already signalled his intentions of leaving Athletic Club and joining his Spanish team-mates at Barcelona in private conversations.